Paul McCartney 'gets Jedward autographs'

Sir Paul McCartney reportedly asked John & Edward for their autographs when he visited the X Factor studios at the weekend.

The music legend, who performed with all 12 finalists on Sunday's show, is said to have spent time with the Dublin duo backstage after "pleading" with their manager Louis Walsh.

An insider told The Mirror: "Paul told Simon [Cowell] and Louis he loved the show and watched every week. He said his favourite act were John & Edward as they were so 'breathtakingly awfully brilliant' - and that his young daughter Beatrice adored them.

"He revealed he was under strict instructions from the 5-year-old to get their autograph and, if possible, get a photo with the boys."

The source added: "Paul said he thought Jedward had massive careers ahead. They also love Macca and got him to sign things too, joking they could put them on eBay and make a million!"

McCartney has previously claimed that it is "impossible" not to like the 18-year-old twins.